Review: Ursula 1000 - The Glass Dragon (Insect Queen Music)

Remember when DnB was fun? Ursula 1000 does and is bringing the vibe back! Mainly known for his loungy/future-retro vibes these days, he’s going back to his roots as an early 90s junglist. Breaks mixed in with the DnB stepper beat and a “Tough at the Top”-style double bass handle the aforementioned drum and bass parts. In addition he’s sprinkled in some ragga plus Kung-Fu elements to keep it fun--along with being groovy. The single is the first release...

Review: Lay-Far - How I Communicate (Local Talk)

It’s always a pleasure to see a favourite underground record label evolve from releasing the odd 12” or EP to becoming a fully-fledged ‘grown up’ imprint releasing artist albums. Sweden’s Local Talk is one such label, gaining an international following for its off-kilter releases from Kyodai, HNNY, Fred Everything and others. I’m glad to say they’ve extended their distinctive music policy to their first few long players too. ‘How I Communicate’...

Review: Inkswel - Super Foods Vol. 3 (BBE Music)

The final installment in prolific Australian producer Inkswel's 'Super Foods' album series, this LP features exclusive remixes of the tracks from the previous two records, as well as exclusive new material. Simple, soulful music over crunchy, chunky beats define Inkswel's sound; a sound which is swiftly earning him fans from across the musical spectrum. Highlights for us have to be the brilliant Kid Sublime remix of 'Flashing Lights' and the...

Review: Robot Love - Senadee (Black Hole Recordings)

Sena "Senadee" Verdi returns with what could be one of his biggest tracks to date - and this is clearly the thoughts of one of the most prolific independent labels out there. Black Hole Recordings have this week released a superbly remixed version of his latest production"Robot Love". Founded in 1997 by Tiesto and Arny Bink, the label has been home to some of the biggest names in dance music over the years. Artists past and present include music...